Resistance training Flashcards
General adaptation syndrome and the three stages
how the body responds and adapts to stress; alarm reaction, resistance development, exhaustion
Alarm reaction
initial reaction to a stressor; activates protective processes in the body
Resistance development
body increases functional capacity to adapt to a stressor; once adapted, the increased stress is needed to produce a new response.
Exhaustion
stressor is too much or lasting too long for systems to handle; causes breakdown or injury.
Periodization
dividing a training program into distinct periods, training different adaptations in each
Principle of specificity or specific adaptation to imposed demands (SAID principle)
the body will specifically adapt to the type of demand placed on it.
Mechanical specificity
the weight and movements placed on the body
Neuromuscular specificity
the speed of contractions and exercise selection.
Metabolic specificity
the energy demand placed on the body.
how long should you stay on any phase of OPT model before progressing?
4 to 6 weeks
